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Wednesday, May 29, 2013

I have a 'go-to' for my front porch planters...red geraniums and ivy with a few impatients thrown in. The beauty of geraniums is that they can go full sun or shade. The pop of red never disappoints or disappears and they don't need a ton of water...which can be a pain with planters because they dry out so quickly. Don't forget to work with the scale of your home. For example, if you have a super tall front door or porch ceiling, don't place a stubby short planter out there. Most importantly, do what makes you smile and happy every time you come home! Here are a few inspirations for what may work for your planters.

Ferns, hydrangeas and sweet potato vine.

Evergreen, pansies and ivy. Super simple and low maintenance.

Great shade loving combo.

This Cast Iron Plant LOVES the shade. Very elegant look for your entry

Beautiful mix

Located in a tropical location? Want something simple? I love this dramatic impact with elephant ears.

A unique and colorful combination.

Gotta love a turquoise door and the pops of yellow.

Love how the blue pots match the floor and the use of one flowering plant.

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

I knew that would attract your attention! Wine spheres or demijohns are old wine or spirit jugs that have been around forever in decor. Mostly used in groupings for their pale green or blue/green color atop a shelf or bookcase, these glass pieces are now moving from vases to lamps and now pendants. The pendants are becoming super popular and super expensive. Personally, I love a single glass piece with a palm frond or other large branch displayed. I also pulled together a few items in the end that are a bit more affordable than some of the vintage pieces you may find out there.

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

There are four days left to pick up one of my gold paintings in a larger size and matted/framed in white!! Or, pick up one of my paintings on sale in a print to canvas. Just visit the Vibrant Space sale for a Preppy Bedroom going on at One Kings Lane until Thursday, May 16, at 11 a.m. EST.

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Have you checked out Domaine yet? LOVE this new site. Founders of WhoWhatWear pulled this Decor and inspiration site together. Yes, I read all about Kristen Bell's nursery and baby must haves, poured over actual interiors and found sources for featured pieces, rummaged through some "how to's" for around the house...well, you get the picture. Adding this site to my favorites!

Monday, May 6, 2013

The pollen is gone! Here in Charleston, days of rain have obliterated all remaining traces of pollen. That means, time to hose and wipe off porches and embrace outdoor living. At least, until it gets too unbearably hot:-) Here are a few porches to inspire!

Remember, you don't just have to spruce up a side or back porch. I love what they did with painted striped floors, curtains, herbs and a vintage crate planter.

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